Cherish The Moments, Save The Memories

No matter what the reason when there is an important event I want and wish for my son to be there. Sometimes it really isn’t possible such as our daughters wedding in New Orleans. Having him there would have made me burst with love and happiness. Don’t get me wrong though, I was very happy

Narcan Facts and Myths

https://cvshealth.com/thought-leadership/myths-and-facts-about-naloxone Repost : According to a Kaiser Health Tracking Poll, 56 percent of Americans say that they have been personally touched by the opioid abuse epidemic.1 With so many affected by the devastation that opioid misuse and abuse can cause, it’s important to understand the available tools that can help in the event of an overdose.

Overwhelmed

This has been a very difficult summer. I’m wishing for a calmer, peaceful Autumn. Before that arrives I think I am coming close to letting all the build up of emotions out. On my way to the doctors at lunch today I starting feeling tears falling and had to take some deep breathes to stop

My Self Care

Important things I do besides worry and obsess about my son is to do a few things for myself. I guess it’s easier since he doesn’t live in our house. I do get time alone, time as a couple with my husband and the ability to go out with friends. One fun thing I do

Living on the Edge

And so we wait. A court date has been set in early November for a revocation hearing. That does not stop the county from putting out a warrant at any time before then. It’s really hard on me but I cannot imagine what it’s like for him. Every time you hear a siren the police

After the Overdose

I am so thankful that my son survived his overdose. We all know that seconds matter in these cases. So someone was watching out for him on Sunday night. I also want to extend my appreciation to everyone that has reached out to me, it is truly appreciated. The scary thing is that he is

My Son Overdosed

I don’t even know where to begin. I was so confident, so happy, my heart was whole when my son was out of jail and was able to be part of my birthday. I couldn’t believe the sense of peace I felt, the inner joy of seeing him and hugging him. He saw his son

Will he “Get it?”

My life has been a little hectic the past month, but we’ve made it through as well as made some great advances in communication with my son’s fiance. You see since he is sitting in County Prison for 60 days he is no longer able to control that situation. She has been relying on us

Relapsing and the courts

On Friday it will be 5 weeks that my son has been in jail. He had a hot urine at probation. Now that we know what it was that he tested positive for, we can say that the actions of his probation officer may have saved his life. He tested positive for Fentanyl. He was

More Sober Summer Fun

Summer is coming!! I know how exciting it is for me, longer days, sunshine and warm weather. I love summer. Summer means more time outside, picnics, time with friends and family but if it used to involve drinking and drugs you’ll need to make a few adjustments and that isn’t always easy. I know my

Recovery to Relapse

Rough spots come up no matter how far along you are in your recovery. You can never let your guard down. Too much stress and pressure can cause a relapse unless you have the proper coping skills to deal with it. Keep going to counseling, there is a very good reason for it, talk to

Sibling Day

National Sibling day was last week in the United States. It’s a day where everyone sends their siblings sweet messages to remind them why they are lucky to have them as a sister or brother. It’s a nice sentiment, a little like Mother’s day or Father’s Day but without gift exchanges. Just like Mother and

Heartbreak Doesn’t End

I wanted to order baby rings for my 2 older granddaughters. It was while I was looking that I came to the realization that mine are gone. I knew my engagement ring and wedding band were gone, but just realized that my 2 baby rings that I could have passed onto my grandchildren were in

Spring has Sprung!

Yes, it’s that time of year when we are all ready for warmer weather and time outside. The daylight hours are longer which gives us a sense of longer days. Days to spend with friends and family. Days outside maybe gardening or hiking. We all have our favorite activities. Here are some great products to